Lab Support Work-Study: Chemistry & Physics Prep

Cuyahoga Community College; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College’s Eastern Campus is seeking a dedicated student for a Work Study position in Chemistry/Physics laboratories. The role supports laboratory teaching by preparing materials, handling equipment, and assisting with multiple lab sections.

Expect emphasis on laboratory safety, inventory management, and professional conduct while balancing 6 credit hours per semester. Background/drug screening and compliance with college policies are required.

Qualifications

• Laboratory Preparation and Technical Skills—prepare lab materials, equipment and supplies for instructional labs in Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science.
• Laboratory Safety and Compliance—understand and apply lab safety standards and procedures.
• Inventory Management and Organization—organize storage areas, monitor stock levels, label and rotate supplies.
• Professionalism and Workplace Readiness—demonstrate reliability, punctuality, communication and confidentiality in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab materials according to instructor protocols and preparation sheets.
• Demonstrate proper handling of scientific equipment, specimens and chemicals.
• Maintain organization and readiness of teaching laboratories.
• Follow setup and breakdown procedures efficiently and accurately.
• Wash glassware and support timely preparation for multiple lab sections.

Job description

Work Study, Academic Support, Technology or Laboratory (Chemistry/Physics)

Work Study, Academic Support, Technology or Laboratory (Chemistry/Physics)

Location: Eastern Campus

Reports To: Lab Supervisor, Physics

Recruitment Type: Internal

Requisition ID:req7470

Employment Type: Student

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: DAYS TO BE DETERMINED BY HIRING MANAGER AND STUDENT

Job Description:

LearningObjectives: ScienceLaboratory Support

Laboratory Preparation andTechnical Skills

The student will develop theability to accurately prepare laboratory materials, equipment and supplies forinstructional labs in Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science. Outcomes: Preparelab materials according to instructor protocols and preparation sheets. Demonstrateproper handling of scientific equipment, specimens and chemicals. Maintainorganization and readiness of teaching laboratories. Follow setup and breakdownprocedures efficiently and accurately. Wash glassware. Support timelypreparation for multiple lab sections and disciplines.

Laboratory Safety andCompliance

The student will demonstrateunderstanding and application of laboratory safety standards and institutionalsafety procedures. Outcomes: Identify and follow chemical safety protocols.Properly use personal protective equipment such as gloves and goggles.Demonstrate safe handling and disposal of chemicals and glassware. Understandemergency procedures, spill response and incident reporting. Maintain compliancewith laboratory safety requirements.

Inventory Management andOrganization

The student will developorganizational and inventory management skills necessary for laboratoryoperations. Outcomes: Organize laboratory storage areas and stockroomsefficiently. Monitor inventory levels and identify low stock items. Assist withlabeling, stocking and rotating supplies. Maintain accurate inventory records.Demonstrate proper storage procedures for chemicals and equipment.

Professionalism and WorkplaceReadiness

The student will developtransferable professional skills applicable to scientific and technical workenvironments. Outcomes: Demonstrate reliability, punctuality andaccountability. Communicate effectively with faculty, staff and peers. Followverbal and written instructions accurately. Manage time effectively whilebalancing multiple assignments. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism inan academic setting. Work independently while also functioning as part of alaboratory support team.

• Consistentlymaintain 6 credit hours each semester;
• maintainsatisfactory academic progress;
• adhere toCollege’s confidentiality policy;
• successfullypass background/drug screening;
• maintainopen lab time as scheduled;
• helpmaintain the facilities;
• othergeneral maintenance requirements;
• work withspecialized equipment including chemicals;
• preferencegiven to currently enrolled students in major;
• familiaritywith Microsoft Office;
• ability towork with minimal instruction;
• other dutiesas assigned.

Special Note: Number of Openings (2)

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.